Shipping to Australia Blog

If you are in the process of moving to Australia you should become acquainted with the main tourist spots. We decided to make a list with descriptions of each of these Australian tourist destinations. Please remember that this is a selection of just 10 of the most visited places, and in our opinion, there are at least 30 places in Australia that should not be missed.

Sydney – Is the main entry point in Australia for most people. Botany Bay, Sydney is a popular port used when shipping to Australia. The city offers many interesting sites to visit such as the Opera House and Darling Harbour. There are lots of Shopping malls, museums, and it is worth it to visit the other side of the bay to see the Zoo and the beach of Mainly. The Downtown Tower (Sydney Tower)  will have a complete view of the city from the top. The Blue Mountains provide a beautiful panorama of the valley. Nightlife in Sydney is one of the most active in all Australia.

Cairns - Although a small city without any big attractions, the things you can do are fantastic, such as diving in the Great Barrier Reef. Try to get to the outside reefs, because the inside reefs are not as spectacular. Although the cost will be well more expensive, it may be more worth it. There is a cable car that runs until Kuranda over the rainforest. It offers unique views and you can go for a stroll, watch the waterfalls, and take a closer look at the forest. There are day tours worth attending such as Port Douglas and, a little further down, Daintree National Park (It is considered the forest with the biggest variety of plants per square meter on the planet). 

 Gold Coast – Pretty beaches, great for surfers and beach lovers. Other attractions are the Theme Parks and the busy night life in Surfers Paradise. The surrounding mountains and National Parks should not be missed. There are many waterfalls, flora and fauna to be appreciated. 

Fraser island – A very nice area with lots of sand for 4WD vehicles and pretty crystal clear Lagoons suroundid by lots of nature. Close by, in the Sunshine Coast, Noosa is the most interesting city to stop at. Give it at least a day. Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, is an interesting city to stay at or to be the departure point for all other cities in the area. 

Magnetic island - In front of Townsville, boasts fantastic beaches.  Two thirds of the Island is considered a National Park with many colonies of Koalas and Kangaroos to be seen in their natural habitat.

 Whitsundays – paradise for nautical sports with excellent nightlife and restaurants. One of the best gateways to the Great Barrier Reef and island resorts. Perfect place to do a tour in a sailboat.

Ayers Rocks – In the heart of Australia, close to the city of Alice Springs. It is the biggest rock monolith in the world and  a sacred place to the Aborigines. All the surroundins are deserts full of special places. Alice Springs is the departure point.

Great Ocean Road – about 3 hours driving from Melbourne, following the coast and mountains. The erosion caused by the sea and winds created giant monoliths of rock, called The 12 Apostles. (Now only 8 remains standing). Melbourne is an excellent urban city to visit. The international atmosphere and multiculturalism, nightlife, and the variety of excellent restaurants, makes Melbourne a must visited city in Australia. 

 Kakadu National Park – Close to Darwin. One of the most beautiful National Parks in Australia with plenty of  wild life and variety of native plants. The only negative point, is that it is so popular, that it is difficult to walk alone in the park without finding other tourists.

Tasmania – One of the prettiest places in Australia, and in certain way it reminds of some New Zealand landscapes. Nice cities with excellent infra structure for visitors. Nature is the highlight with spectacular beaches. The mountains and lagoons are well known for their beauty and wild life, and there are many historical sites from the time when Tasmania was a biggest prison for British convicts.

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